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Sandhills Farm Life Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 534 students

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4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
Based on 3 ratings
2010:
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Posted March 7, 2013

My friend's child is in a classroom at Sand Hills. The teacher yells at the students, refuses to help them understand concepts and does not communicate well with parents. Go somewhere else!


Posted February 11, 2013

This school is Fabulous. My daughter attended there for 3 years and she is ahead of the other students at Middle school in all subjects from the other Elementary school in Carthage. The staff and Principals at SFLS are awesome.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 16, 2012

A great school. We just finished our first year with students at Sandhills Farmlife. This was the third elementary they attended in three states. By far Sandhills Farmlife is the best school they have attended. Great job to the staff. Excellecent communication. Caring thoughtful teachers and assistants.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2011

SFL has excellent parent-teacher partnership. The principal and staff go out of their way to ensure the high standard this school has. Quite frankly, I am amazed, how this principal knows almost all students by name. If one has a problem, her door is always open. I cannot express how impressed I am by this principal and her staff!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 6, 2011

I went to Farmlife K-5th grade and loved it!!! It was really good because it taught me everything i needed to know to go to Middle School, Which I'm in know. (And the playground is awesome!:) )


Posted January 10, 2011

i like this school i wish we had more school's out there like this. i am greteful my kids are going to this school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 16, 2009

The best parent-teacher partnership in the world is at Farm Life. Our principal and entire staff are so personable and you are comfortable in any situation. Both of my children have excelled tremendously because of the tireless efforts of our school. I wouldn't have wanted any other start for them.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Sandhills Farm Life is a wonderful school! The faculty and staff provide a stellar academic environment that is rich with support and encouragement! My husband and I are extremely pleased with how much our daughters are learning! Their enjoyment in attending SFL is endless!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 7, 2008

Wonderful school, and teachers! My son who is now 17 attended this school, and my daughter who is 7. I think it has a family atmosphere here at Sandhills Farmlife. When I moved to Moore County 13 years ago, I picked our house because it was in the Farmlife school district. It has exceeded my expectations.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 2, 2008

Excellent school with devoted teachers and staff. Orchestra program is superb in this district and begins in the 4th grade. Highly recommend this school, it's fantastic!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 29, 2007

I love this school. I moved to the neighborhood I'm in so my children could attend Farmlife. It is definitely the best school in the area! Great teachers, Great staff, Excellent school!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

116 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

116 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
81%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
81%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
79%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2012.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
77%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students90%
Female88%
Male91%
Black64%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilities67%
Non-disabled students92%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English90%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students75%
Female86%
Male64%
Black36%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Students with disabilities44%
Non-disabled students78%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English75%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students94%
Female93%
Male95%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilities67%
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English95%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students80%
Female82%
Male79%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic70%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities40%
Non-disabled students87%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English81%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students92%
Female94%
Male90%
Black83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic>95%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities54%
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English92%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students84%
Female89%
Male80%
Black67%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilities31%
Non-disabled students91%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English84%
Academically gifted>95%

Science

All Students90%
Female89%
Male90%
Black75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic>95%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities50%
Non-disabled students95%
Limited English proficiencyn/a
Proficient in English90%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 82% 54%
Black 14% 31%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
Hispanic 2% 11%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 24%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Nora McNeill
Associations
  • SACS
Fax number
  • (910) 949-2927
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2201 Farm Life Rd
Carthage, NC 28327
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Phone: (910) 949-2501

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